Sapin géant et boîte aux lettres du Père Noël

Aix en Provence - Christmas in Provence, Provençal Christmas - In December, January - Dates and program to be confirmed

The 13m Christmas tree is back on three squares. This year it takes pride of place on the pop-up Place des Prêcheurs park. The giant tree captures the magic of Christmas for children and adults alike and is a meeting point for locals.

******************Santa's postbox******************Santa's postbox appears under the giant Christmas tree for the whole of December from December 2nd 2018. Children can come and post their precious letters before December 20th... Just don't forget to put your address on the back of the envelope to get a reply!

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Where to stay

Hotel

Escale Oceania Aix en Provence

Aix en Provence

The hotel is ideally located on the outskirts of Aix. it is very easy to reach, completely renovated and just 5-minute drive to the town centre.
The hotel offers you all the modern comfort of a 3-star hotel: 90 rooms, a simple and convivial bar-lounge with catering, a fitness room, a swimming…

Oustalet 1

Aix en Provence

In a small street not far from the Faculties, independent house on garden and terrace offering a cottage, a seasonal rental and the owner's home on the ground floor. The cottage is accessible from the outside by a few steps : well equipped kitchen (dishwasher - oven - microwave - fridge / freezer…

Adagio city aparthotel

Aix en Provence

The beautiful residence which combines style and comfort has a privilege location in the heart of the city. Pierre & Vacances City is situated nearby the great fountain "la Rotonde" and the famous Cours Mirabeau. At your disposal : laundrette, indoor car park on charge. Bar and restaurant close by.

Villa Gallici

Aix en Provence

This country house overlooking Aix is bathed in the soft Provençal light so often depicted by Cézanne. Set amidst an elegant Florentine garden, where cypress trees are reflected in a luxurious pool, it offers sumptuous rooms with terraces and private gardens.
Linger over an aperitif in the…

Saint-Christophe

Aix en Provence

The Hotel Saint-Christophe is ideally located opposite the Rotonde fountain, at the entrance to the pedestrian historic center, less than 50 meters from the Tourist Office and a stone's throw from Cours Mirabeau, museums, Provencal markets and the Grand Théâtre de Provence.
In an Art Deco…

Le Mozart

Aix en Provence

This attractive guest establishment teeming with Provençal charm, oleander, terraces and parasols, is an open invitation to extend summer and holidays.
With its ideal location in town, Le Mozart is the perfect starting point to set out on a discovery tour of Old Aix (free outside parking, and…

Campanile Aix-en-Provence Sud - Pont de l'Arc

Aix en Provence

Located south, at 5mn drive from city center, nearby exit / entrance of the motorway to join Marseille, Nice, Avignon. The hotel has been completely renovated in 2012, with 119 rooms in a pleasant and quiet setting, close to the river of the Arc. Every room has flat screen TV and free wifi.
The…

Novotel Aix Beaumanoir

Aix en Provence

In the town of the good King Rene, at the crossroads of Cezanne paths, the Novotel Aix en Provence Beaumanoir welcomes you for an overnight or a longer stay. The hotel is located 5 mn away (by car) from the town center. In the Novotel you will feel at home, the welcome and smiles of our team will…

Villa Jeannette

Aix en Provence

Let yourself be carried away by the charm of this unique century-old town house, classified 4 * furnished tourism, in hidden in lush greenery, at the bottom of the large landscaped garden and away from the noise of the city yet so close...
Imagine diving in the turquoise water of the pool or…

Lou Miss - Fromage de chèvre

Meyreuil

At Gaec ‘Lou Miss, goats' cheese are made in Meyreuil, close to the city limits of Aix-en-Provence.
To be precise, the farm is located in the Massif du Montaiguet and has around 50 Rove goats. They help us produce fromage frais, cream and dry cheeses, as well as Rove brousse cheese.
Not to…

Arc walk

Aix en Provence

A walk along the banks of the Arc which flows to the south of the city. The walk follows the meanders of the river and includes play areas for children, a fitness trail, and meadows shaded by large trees near the water.
It covers an area of 100,000m2. History: The municipality purchased the…

Lie Dil

Aix en Provence

Lie Dil is a brand created by Aurélie Dillon, a graduate of the Métiers d'Arts with a master's degree in fashion design. The brand provides made-to-measure services for wedding dresses, evening dresses and cocktail parties or wedding outfits, plus accessories for men.
Aurélie Dillon loves to…

Bar Côté Jardin - Le Pigonnet

Aix en Provence

A Lounge Club with a cosy atmosphere in the Le Pigonnet Hotel.
In fine weather, come and enjoy the Le 5 lounge bar, at the heart of the hotel gardens, with a 320 m2 teak wood terrace, a central bar and six soundproofed tents. Original cocktails, a selection of Champagnes and tapas are served in…

Farinoman fou

Aix en Provence

The success of Farinoman is no longer to be made and the, lovers of good bread in Aix are plenty to rush and taste the precious sesame.
The Farinoman fou is a Quebec baker who does not hesitate to mix bread with words, wheat and paste of almonds, cinnamon and grapes and other associations.
A…

Saint-Jean de Malte Church

Aix en Provence

The fortified church owes its name to the Knights of Saint-John of Jerusalem.
Built outside the ramparts in the 13th century, this was the first Gothic construction in Provence. It used to contain the graves of the Counts of Provence in its side chapels.
Next to the church, palais de Malte,…

Where to eat

Food guide restaurant

La Tomate verte

Aix en Provence

This is a bistro as it ought to be: quick midday deals for busy workers and a more elaborate evening menu for those who wish to truly savour their food. Everyone, however, can enjoy fresh, seasonal produce as part of a menu that changes according to the whims of the local market and which still…

Le Riad

Aix en Provence

This Moroccan restaurant is in the historic centre of Aix-en-Provence, between the Town Hall and the Rotonde fountain, near Cours Mirabeau. It is inside the former Cordeliers Abbey, a listed historical monument, which adds its charm to the already refined, discreet oriental decor.
In summer, eat…

Les Deux Garçons

Aix en Provence

Les Deux Garçons Brasserie, in the unique consular setting period of the Hotel De Gantes, is named in memory of the two waiters who had bought it in 1840 .
It holds the memory of many past celebrities such as Raimu , Jouvet, Mistinguett , Churchill, Sartre , Picasso, Piaf, Cendrars , Trenet ,…

L'Epicurien

Aix en Provence

Its one bad point? Too small! This raw and cosy bistro is where talented chef Ludovic Aillaud delivers up inspired dishes made with high-quality produce, ever-faithful to his philosophy of enjoying life to the full. This modest man has a nose for good food. The service is fast, the menu is lively…

Yamato

Aix en Provence

Koji and Yuriko Someya welcome and introduce you to all the freshness and exceptional finesse of Japanese gastronomy at lunchtime and evenings.
In a simple, chic setting, enjoy all the enchantment and magic of Japan. Taste the subtle and refined flavours of a cuisine known for its delicacy. Take…

Grenache

Aix en Provence

This restaurant near the town centre was opened by Pierre Chatelain, well-known for his first restaurant "l'Alcôve" (also in Aix-en-Provence).
As well as the dining room, it has a terrace that is always a welcome spot in summer, in the shade of the plane trees. The menu has developed around the…

Côté Cour

Aix en Provence

Hidden away on a lush terrace behind Cours Mirabeau, this voluptuous eatery, set in Baroque, modern surroundings, sets a fitting scene for the explosive and creative cuisine of Ronan Kernen. This young, Brittany-born chef, revealed by the Top Chef TV show, has an impressive CV, featuring many…

La Cantine

Aix en Provence

Located between the Hôtel de Ville and the Palais de Justice, just two minutes from the Cours Mirabeau, la Cantine's menu features dishes from the South of France, served on the terrace or indoors, at either lunch or dinner. You will find fresh, seasonal produce from Provence, Corsica and Italy,…

La Rotonde

Aix en Provence

La Rotonde is a brasserie opposite the famous fountain of the same name in central Aix-en-Provence.
The eatery serves generous Mediterranean dishes made on-site using fresh seasonal produce. The menu features carefully-selected seafood, wood-fired pizzas and meat dishes cooked on a Josper oven.…

Inspirations

With the successive acclaim of bands such as IAM, La Fonky Family, Psy 4 de la Rime and Jul, Marseille has earned its status as one of France's foremost rap capitals - the movement has been hoisted to heritage status in this city known for its gift of the gab. But how did rap culture become rooted in Marseille?

Sunshine, one of the fundamentals of life in the South…

Lifestyle

Francis lived happily close beside his tree...

Picked ripe from the tree, figs are simply to die for. They can also be scattered on trays and left to dry in the sun for 3 days: "That's the best way to keep your figs all winter – we serve figs at Christmas as one of Provence's famous 13 Desserts," smiles Jacqueline Honoré.